Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15

Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15 may interact with the following medications:

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Medicines like ibuprofen or naproxen may interact with Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15 and can reduce the blood pressure-lowering effect of this tablet. These medicines can also increase the risk of kidney damage.
• Mood stabilizers such as Lithium: This medicine may increase the level of lithium in your body, causing adverse effects.
• Other antihypertensives: Medicines like aliskiren and ramipril can increase the risk of low blood pressure (hypotension), high potassium levels (hyperkalaemia), and impaired kidney function when taken with Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15.

Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15 may interact with certain foods, such as:

• High-potassium foods: Eating foods rich in potassium, like dried fruits, spinach, and lentils, can lead to high potassium levels in your body, causing unwanted side effects.
• High-sodium foods: Foods rich in sodium, like processed cheese and seafood, might reduce the medicine's effectiveness.

Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15 may interact with the following diseases:

• Anuria: This medicine is contraindicated in patients with anuria (a condition where there is no urine production).
• Diabetes: Chlorthalidone may interfere with blood glucose control, leading to hyperglycaemia (high blood glucose levels).
• Liver impairment: As telmisartan is mainly removed through the liver, individuals with liver disease should exercise caution before taking this medicine.

You should take your daily dose of Cortel Ch 40/12.5 Tablet 15 as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage may vary based on individual factors, such as the severity of your condition and how you respond to the medicine.

If you have taken more than the prescribed dose of the medicine, you may experience side effects such as nausea, headache, or dizziness. If these symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

If you forget to take the medicine at the scheduled time, take it as soon as you remember. If it's nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and resume your regular schedule. Never increase your dosage without consulting your doctor.